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Winnipeg Jets acquire defenseman Nate Schmidt from the Vancouver Canucks

Igor Burdetskiy July 27, 2021

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Jan 16, 2021; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Nate Schmidt (88) controls the puck against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

The Winnipeg Jets have acquired defender Nate Schmidt from the Vancouver Canucks for a 2022 third-round pick, the team announced Tuesday.

The 30-year-old spent one season with Vancouver after three with the Vegas Golden Knights and four with the Washington Capitals before that.

He has four years remaining on the six-year deal he signed with Vegas back in 2018, which includes a modified no-trade clause and a $5.95-million cap hit. The Jets had previously been part of Schmidt’s 10-team no-trade list, per Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston, meaning the defender waived said clause to facilitate the move.

Fun fact:

The #Canucks acquired Schmidt for a 3rd round pick on October 12th 2020 from Vegas, which is the reported same return they are receiving from Winnipeg

— CapFriendly (@CapFriendly) July 27, 2021

With the Canucks receiving a 2022 third-rounder back in the deal, they’ve managed to recoup exactly what they gave up to acquire Schmidt from Vegas last off-season.

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I grew up playing Ball and Roller Hockey day and night somewhat religiously throughout elementary and middle school. The two don't compare though when I lace up the skates and hit the ice. I live and breathe hockey beyond the perspective of "it's just a game" and I will gladly talk hockey for hours with anyone. Hockey is more than just a lifestyle, it's a culture of passionate people who make memories every time the puck is dropped. Hockey has not only helped me get through some of the hardest times in life but has created some of the best memories to date. Want to talk hockey with me? Shoot me an email: iburdetskiy@hookedonhockey.com and let's talk some hockey!